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Budget-Friendly Bulk Ground Meat Taco Kit for 8

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A simple, affordable taco kit recipe that feeds eight people with seasoned ground beef, classic toppings, and tortillas, perfect for easy, customizable dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds (900g) ground beef (80/20 for best flavor and juiciness)
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon oregano
  • 1 teaspoon salt, adjust to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup (240ml) beef broth or water
  • 16 small flour or corn tortillas
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
  • 1 cup shredded lettuce (iceberg or romaine)
  • 1 large tomato, diced
  • 1/2 cup diced red onion (optional)
  • 1 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
  • 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1 lime, cut into wedges
  • 1 cup jarred salsa or pico de gallo

Instructions

  1. Dice the onion and tomato, mince the garlic, shred the cheese, and chop the cilantro. (Approx. 10 minutes)
  2. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and onion. Break the meat into small crumbles and cook for 5-7 minutes until beef starts to brown and onion softens.
  3. Stir in minced garlic, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper. Cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Pour in beef broth or water. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer uncovered for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally until liquid reduces and meat absorbs spices.
  5. Warm tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave wrapped in a kitchen towel for 30 seconds to keep soft.
  6. Arrange seasoned meat, warmed tortillas, shredded cheese, lettuce, tomato, onion, sour cream, salsa, cilantro, and lime wedges for assembly.
  7. Let everyone build their own tacos with desired toppings and enjoy.

Notes

If meat dries out, add a splash more broth. Avoid overcrowding the pan to brown meat properly. Warm tortillas just before serving and keep wrapped to retain softness. Protein swaps include ground turkey, chicken, or plant-based crumbles. For vegetarian, use seasoned lentils or tofu. Freeze cooked meat up to 3 months.

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